Title: Downtown Milwaukee Travel Guide: Best of Downtown Milwaukee, Milwaukee Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Downtown Milwaukee](https://expedia.co.uk/Downtown-Milwaukee-Milwaukee-Hotels.0-n6059651-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Milwaukee](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Milwaukee.d602647.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Milwaukee](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Milwaukee.d602647.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Downtown Milwaukee Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Downtown-Milwaukee.d6059651.Car-Hire-Guide)[Downtown Milwaukee Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Downtown-Milwaukee.d6059651.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Downtown Milwaukee Travel Guide ## Milwaukee ![Downtown skyline with Buildings along the Milwaukee River, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.; Shutterstock ID 523595590](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6059651/1182062a-a02d-493d-b9fe-49d298b5def0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Downtown skyline with Buildings along the Milwaukee River, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.; Shutterstock ID 523595590](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6059651/1182062a-a02d-493d-b9fe-49d298b5def0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Milwaukee Wisconsin City Skyline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6059651/f350957b-cd2e-4125-abab-a19484caa951.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![On the lake. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2325/de553e25-3bd0-4b23-ba91-169158fb1397.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![I love the colours of these ducklings. #art #sculpture #artsmatter #ducklings #birds #milwaukeeriverwalk #milwaukee #wisconsin #midwest #riverwalk #travelbug #gadabout #wayfarer #nomad #wanderlust #usa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2325/338a9e6b-5f99-45ef-9e45-c9c87e2e9cc7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Downtown Milwaukee Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Milwaukee travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Milwaukee.dx602647) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Grayscale of Milwaukee City Hall tower and adjacent Pabst Theater in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068313/aa8baa92-6456-4bbe-ba6c-662ce499a7f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pabst Theater You can enjoy a show at Pabst Theater during your trip to Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively breweries while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pabst-Theater-Downtown-Milwaukee.d6068313.Attraction) ![An excellent Public Market in Milwaukee..!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2325/5fe789b8-f52e-41eb-8986-302eadca9961.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Milwaukee Public Market 4.5/5(3 reviews) You can search for that perfect souvenir at Milwaukee Public Market during your stay in Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively breweries while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Milwaukee-Public-Market-Milwaukee.d6334779.Attraction) ![Keyboard crossing](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2325/0e33103d-2b84-4f84-b9ac-041c5f9cb013.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Milwaukee School of Engineering Walk around the campus at Milwaukee School of Engineering as part of your travels around Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively breweries while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Milwaukee-School-Of-Engineering-Milwaukee.d553248633894882783.Attraction) ![Milwaukee City Hall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068275/873c9cbd-72f6-418d-9534-8a09767e249a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Milwaukee City Hall Explore this Milwaukee landmark on an informative tour or simply appreciate its ornate Flemish Renaissance Revival architecture from the forecourt park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Milwaukee-City-Hall-Milwaukee.d6068275.Attraction) ![Bronze Fonz](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6334054/107607f0-f042-4ca3-8c63-137480597473.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bronze Fonz You can find out about the history of Milwaukee with a visit to Bronze Fonz. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bronze-Fonz-Milwaukee.d6334054.Attraction) ![Home of Jazz in the Park as well as Christmas Tree displays from Community Schools.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2325/66ee1119-c0b0-47a1-86ee-f95c1b66c72d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cathedral Square Explore the great outdoors at Cathedral Square, a lovely green space in Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively breweries while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cathedral-Square-Milwaukee.d553248623739109908.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Grohmann Museum at Milwaukee School of Engineering](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1014613/e2e2dff0-3bca-4049-947d-edf8ec8fd259.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum £4 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/skip-the-line-museum-admission-ticket-grohmann-museum.a1014613.activity-details) ![The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3458981/86be5066-1939-439a-8bf2-ed48f08433ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee £7 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-grand-walk-a-self-guided-audio-tour-through-milwaukee.a3458981.activity-details) ![King Gambrinus at Best Place at the Historic Pabst Brewery.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2100554/a469992e-7db3-47a7-9f25-e5a56444ca22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Discover Iconic Milwaukee Tour £51 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/discover-iconic-milwaukee-tour.a2100554.activity-details) ![At the Pabst, Captain Frederick Pabst can been seen smoking backstage on a ghost tour of Milwaukee with Brew City Ghosts](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44826674/1cb85892-d6aa-4bed-a4d8-8e73fa863666.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Milwaukee Morbid Mirrorlight Ghost Tours £24 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/milwaukee-morbid-mirrorlight-ghost-tours.a44826674.activity-details) ![Private Professional Photoshoot in Milwaukee](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49281127/37d49881-a3ee-4b2e-8f12-0a56d1ee8905.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Professional Photoshoot in Milwaukee £164 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-professional-photoshoot-in-milwaukee.a49281127.activity-details) ![The Ghosts of Milwaukee & the Haunted Third Ward: Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4290906/73812c9b-2690-4c8f-bf7e-5a114c15a4ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Ghosts of Milwaukee & the Haunted Third Ward: Private Tour £194 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-ghosts-of-milwaukee-the-haunted-third-ward-private-tour.a4290906.activity-details) [See all activities in Milwaukee](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Milwaukee.d602647.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Downtown Milwaukee ![The Pfister Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19500/19467/169f18e6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Pfister Hotel 424 E Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI £106 8 Mar - 9 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,930 reviews) Amazing as always Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=19467&PinnedHotelID=19467&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6059651) ![Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23300/23253/63d91083_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel 139 E Kilbourn Ave Milwaukee WI £112 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,549 reviews) Nice experience. Room was clean Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=23253&PinnedHotelID=23253&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6059651) ![Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32510000/32501800/32501737/ac1d9528_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown 700 N. Water Street Milwaukee WI £87 18 Feb - 19 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,036 reviews) Location was excellent Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F02%2F2026&endDate=19%2F02%2F2026&selected=32501737&PinnedHotelID=32501737&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6059651) ![The Knickerbocker on the Lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889400/889344/6e38acce_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Knickerbocker on the Lake 1028 East Juneau Avenue Milwaukee WI £67 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews) Clean room and friendly staff Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=889344&PinnedHotelID=889344&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6059651) ![Home2 Suites by Hilton Milwaukee Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57660000/57651200/57651130/449092f1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Home2 Suites by Hilton Milwaukee Downtown 515 N Jefferson St Milwaukee WI Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £81 24 Feb - 25 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (956 reviews) Rooms were spotless and front desk receptionist was incredibly professional and helpful Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026&selected=57651130&PinnedHotelID=57651130&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6059651) ![Tru By Hilton Milwaukee Downtown, WI](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57460000/57455000/57455000/774b42e2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Tru By Hilton Milwaukee Downtown, WI 515 N Jefferson St Milwaukee WI £74 18 Feb - 19 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews) Love the location of this place and your employees are top notch. Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F02%2F2026&endDate=19%2F02%2F2026&selected=57455000&PinnedHotelID=57455000&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6059651) [See all 1,141 properties in Downtown Milwaukee](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6059651) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Downtown Milwaukee hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6059651&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[7 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6059651&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6059651&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6059651&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6059651&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6059651&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Milwaukee ![Milwaukee Art Museum](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068277/f9df43ae-9037-4ed0-8755-204129016a40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### East Town 3/5(1 area review) Lake Michigan and Veteran's Park are top sights in East Town, and you should be sure to explore the fantastic nightlife. Hop aboard the metro at Michigan & Jackson Tram Stop or Clybourn & Jefferson Tram Stop to see more sights in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Milwaukee-East-Town.dx6338567) ![#LoveMyTown because our lakefront is so beautiful. #Milwaukee](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2325/32f2b475-ee4d-472f-b585-d7c30954e66d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Yankee Hill While there might not be top attractions in Yankee Hill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Veteran's Park and Milwaukee Art Museum. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Milwaukee-Yankee-Hill.dx553248635976478378) ![Historic Third Ward](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6334279/a7bb63f0-81ee-40d2-a9cb-0a14b4ac62b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Historic Third Ward Unique features of Historic Third Ward include the bars and shopping. Make a stop by Lake Michigan or Milwaukee Public Market while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Milwaukee-Historic-Third-Ward.dx6334279) ![The Milwaukee Riverwalk System began in 1993, as a means to offer public access to the river. Once complete, the Riverwalk will extend 3.1 miles along both sides of the Milwaukee River, from the site of the former North Avenue Dam, through Downtown and the Historic Third Ward to Lake Michigan. #LikeALocal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2325/e14aea82-f689-465b-a1de-58418a74a9ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Westown 4/5(1 area review) While visiting Westown, you might make a stop by sights like Miller High Life Theatre and Milwaukee Public Museum. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Milwaukee-Westown.dx553248635976470851) ![Charles Allis Art Museum which includes signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068285/bce48b9c-8579-44bb-9dc2-ac1ab4c6d5f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lower East Side While visiting Lower East Side, you might make a stop by sights like Oriental Theatre and Charles Allis Art Museum. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Milwaukee-Lower-East-Side.dx553248635976007409) ![Just had their grand opening! Try the espresso beer and Wicket Wheat! Or get a sampler like I did. Yum!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2325/06c178bd-9211-484d-a938-cc909fc94fd3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Fifth Ward Fifth Ward is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Milwaukee Brewing Co. or Allen-Bradley Company Clock Tower. 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